A Celebration of Living

Experts in Independent Living

Exceptional service is provided by exceptional people. At Trillium Woods, our dedicated staff brings passion, expertise, and years of experience, delivering unmatched, personalized, attentive service to you each and every day. We work together to serve your individual needs and exceed your expectations. Our goal is to ensure you have the independence, flexibility, and options to live the life you want to live every step of the way.

Elizabeth Ann has been with Trillium Woods since 2014. She has worked with Life Care Services, the partner/owner and manager of Trillium Woods, for 7 years. As executive director of Trillium Woods, her role is focused on assuring resident satisfaction and managing the operation of this Life Plan community in a financially sound and efficient manner.

Morgan brings nearly six years of senior living experience and managing day-to-day senior living operations and strategic planning initiatives, including two years working with Life Care Services. She joined the team in October of 2016. The Administrator of The Birches role is to assure the highest quality of care for residents who reside in memory support and skilled nursing whether temporarily or permanently. The Administrator is responsible for the Implementation of CARES (Centered Around Resident Empowered Services) and Heartfelt CONNECTIONS, programs that recognize resident autonomy and prioritize excellent communication with residents and their families.

Christina Marshall - Sales & Marketing Director

Christina Marshall joined the Trillium Woods team in 2017. She brings a wide breadth of experience serving as Director of Sales and Marketing within the senior living industry and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing Communications & Sociology from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. Christina practices a holistic view of aging and strives to improve the client experience every step of the way. She is responsible for the successful growth of occupancy and improving awareness about Trillium Woods and the services provided.

Pam Spies – Director of Human Resources

Pam joined Trillium Woods in October of 2017. She brings experience from both the public and private sectors of human resources with nine of those years working in a Life Plan environment. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Organizational Management and Communication from Concordia College and an MBA from the University of St. Thomas. Pam is responsible for assuring that qualified and responsive associates are recruited and trained for the services they provide residents of Trillium Woods. She also leads the management team in creating a work environment for associates that is both supportive and has high expectations. This approach delivers on resident expectations and the associates enjoy working with residents and have the opportunity for personal fulfillment and growth.

Kim Twigg – Director of Accounting

Kim Twigg joined the Trillium Woods Finance Team as Director of Accounting in June of 2018. Kim has been in the accounting field for over 20 years. She has lead accounting teams in a variety of industries including transportation, warehousing, restaurant, HVAC and beauty supplies. Kim has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting from the University of South Florida in Tampa Florida.

Rita Cichoski – Director of Administrative Services

Rita backs up the executive director and supervises the reception and concierge services provided Trillium Woods residences. She has been with Trillium Woods since 2012 and takes the lead for the business office. The administrative functions of Trillium Woods are facilitated with her talent.

Matt Garnett – Director of Food and Beverage Services

Matt joined Trillium Woods in the summer of 2015. With 12 years in the hospitality industry, he has served as food and beverage manager at a private country club in the Twin Cities. Execution of high-quality service and culinary experience for residents in multiple dining venues at Trillium Woods requires experience and high energy. Matt is dedicated to achieving and exceeding residents’ expectations.

Tina Haak – Director of Nursing (DON) Services

Tina is dedicated to caring for people. As the DON, Tina’s responsibility is to see that the services provided comply with the highest standards of quality care and that The Birches residents benefit from the training and guidance she provides to her nursing associates. She is responsible for the unique and important memory support program, Heartfelt Connections, which sets this service apart from that offered elsewhere.

Laurie Kruper – Director of Community Life Services

Laurie has been with Trillium Woods since 2014. In her role, she is responsible for the coordination of social activities and events that are identified by residents of Trillium Woods. Communication is key to a successful and responsive program of multiple activities and topics. A newsletter and web-based in-house network form the base for this communication.

Cari Brastad – Health & Wellness Navigator

Cari Brastad has been a Registered Nurse for 18 years with 24 years overall experience working in senior living. She is passionate about caring for clients, providing exceptional customer service and care. Most recently, she was a Director of MDS and RN Case Manager responsible for the clinical assessment of all residents in Long Term and Transitional Care at The Villa of St. Louis Park. Prior to that position, she worked at North Ridge Care Center in New Hope for several years. She is AANAC certified in MDS and certified in Geriatrics.

Jon Nolden – Executive Chef

Jon has more than 40 years of culinary experience, most recently at a private golf club. His passion for food presentation is about big bold flavors and features local sustainable foods during the various seasons of the year to enhance the dining experience of residents at Trillium Woods. Working with his culinary associates, the menus that he and Matt create reflect a wide range of choice and tastes.

NeKenya Williams – Director of Environmental Services

NeKenya has been with Trillium Woods since pre-opening in 2015. She has been in the environmental services business for over 15 years in a leadership role representing healthcare communities in the Twin Cities area. Trillium Woods residents enjoy weekly housekeeping and flat laundry services which under NeKenya’s direction are done expertly and responsively to residents’ wishes.

Cory Zoellmer – Director of Plant Operations

Cory joined the team in 2015 prior to opening and brings 20 years of experience in senior housing to Trillium Woods. He is responsible for providing a high level of service for engineering, maintenance and repair tasks involving resident homes and throughout the community. He ensures that services are provided in an efficient, cost-effective and expedient manner. The Director of Plant Operations is responsible for all the systems that provide a comfortable and safe environment for Trillium Woods residents. The Director of Plant Operations is also responsible for the maintenance of all residences inside and out, the clubhouse and grounds, so they function flawlessly and are immaculately maintained.